Imagine stepping into the bustling corridors of Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College at Aligarh Muslim University, where the air hums with the energy of aspiring doctors and groundbreaking research. At the heart of it all stands Dr. Meenakshi Gupta—once known as Dr. Meenakshi Sharma—a woman whose journey from a quiet student to a powerhouse professor is nothing short of inspiring. Born on December 27, 1961, today marks her 64th birthday in 2025. What better way to celebrate than by diving into her remarkable story?

Picture this: It’s the late 1970s in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. A fair, shy, and soft-spoken young girl named Meenakshi Sharma walks into Sarojini Naidu Medical College for her MBBS, which she completes from 1979 to 1985. Her classmate, P.K. Gupta, chuckles as he recalls those days: “Meenakshi was the kind of girl who spoke softly but listened intently—like a sponge soaking up every lecture. Who knew she’d become such a force in medicine?”

Fast-forward through her early ambitions: She doesn’t stop at MBBS. “I wanted to understand the human body at its core,” she might say if you caught her reflecting over a cup of chai. She earns a Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology (DGO) and an MD in Physiology, setting the stage for a career that’s equal parts educator, researcher, and mentor.

Today, as Professor and former Chairperson in the Department of Physiology at JNMC, AMU, Dr. Gupta is the guiding light for countless students. She’s not just teaching; she’s igniting passions. “Welcome to the world of the endocrine system—where hormones dance like conductors in an orchestra,” she tells her new MBBS and BDS batches, her soft-spoken voice now laced with confidence. Her classes on the cardiorespiratory and nervous systems are legendary, blending complex science with real-life anecdotes. Beyond the classroom, she’s led community drives like Swachhta Pakhwada, rallying her team with, “Cleanliness isn’t just hygiene; it’s the foundation of health!” And don’t get her started on rainwater harvesting—she’s turned department initiatives into eco-friendly missions.

Her influence extends far: As an inspector for the Medical Council of India, she’s traveled to colleges across the country, ensuring standards are met. “It’s rewarding to shape the future of medical education,” she shares, her eyes lighting up. Mentoring is her superpower—guiding research on autonomic disorders and oxidative stress, she often advises students, “Question everything; that’s where discoveries hide.” Her teaching favorites? The endocrine, cardiorespiratory, and nervous systems, where she weaves in stories of how a tiny hormone imbalance can upend lives.

But Dr. Gupta’s true spark shines in research. Specializing in special senses physiology, she’s delved into diabetes complications, autonomic neuropathy, and heart rate variability (HRV). “Diabetes isn’t just about sugar—it’s a thief stealing nerve function,” she explains passionately. Her standout papers? Take “Effect of Duration of Diabetes on Heart Rate Variability in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus” from 2018, co-authored with Amina Sultan Zaidi, P.N. Singh, and Sheelu Shafiq Siddiqui. Or “Impact of Long Vs Short Duration Diabetes on Sensory Nerve Conduction Velocity in Type 2 DM” that same year. Then there’s “Association of Cardiac Autonomic Neuropathy and Peripheral Neuropathy in Type 2 Diabetes” and “Comparative Study of HRV Between Smokers and Gutka Chewers.” With over 60 international citations, she’s presented at top conferences, her posters sparking debates like, “What if we could predict neuropathy earlier?”

She’s authored gems in journals like the Indian Journal of Physiology & Pharmacology and the Asian Journal of Ophthalmology, exploring everything from depressive disorders to oxidative stress in the brain, nerve conduction velocity, evoked potentials, and even how sports affect cardiorespiratory functions.

And oh, the adventures! Dr. Gupta’s professional travels have taken her globetrotting—to the USA for cutting-edge conferences, the UK for collaborations, Canada for insights, and even France, Italy, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Middle East. “Each trip brings new perspectives, like puzzle pieces fitting into my research,” she muses.

If you want to connect, she’s approachable: Reach her at A-5, Medical Colony, AMU, Aligarh-202002, Uttar Pradesh, India (or 277, Sector-37, NOIDA); mobile +91-9456241574; email drmeenakshi3190@gmail.com.

In a world of rapid medical advances, Dr. Meenakshi Gupta remains a beacon—proving that a shy start can lead to a symphony of impact. Happy Birthday, Dr. Gupta! May your next chapter be as fascinating as the ones you’ve written.

Dr. Meenakshi Sharma (now known as Dr. Meenakshi Gupta after marriage) is a distinguished Professor and Chairperson in the Department of Physiology at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College (JNMC), Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh, India. Born on December 27, 1961, she was described by her classmate P.K. Gupta as a fair, shy, and soft-spoken girl during her student days.

Early Life and Education

Dr. Gupta completed her MBBS from 1979 to 1985 at Sarojini Naidu (SN) Medical College in Agra, Uttar Pradesh. She later pursued further qualifications, earning a Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology (DGO) and an MD in Physiology.

Professional Career

Dr. Gupta has built a notable career in medical education and research. She serves as a Professor in the Department of Physiology at JNMC, AMU, where she has also held the position of Chairperson. In this role, she has been involved in various departmental activities, including outreach programs like Swachhta Pakhwada (cleanliness drives) and initiatives on rainwater harvesting. 33 She has contributed to medical education beyond her institution by conducting undergraduate and postgraduate inspections for the Medical Council of India (MCI) assessments in various medical colleges. 45

Her teaching interests include the endocrine system, cardiorespiratory system, and nervous system. 38 Dr. Gupta has mentored students and residents, welcoming new batches of MBBS and BDS students and guiding research in areas such as autonomic disorders and oxidative stress. 45

Research and Publications

Dr. Gupta’s research focuses on special senses physiology, with additional work on diabetes-related complications, autonomic neuropathy, and heart rate variability (HRV). Her key publications include:

• “Effect of Duration of Diabetes on Heart Rate Variability in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus” (International Journal of Current Research and Review, 2018), co-authored with Amina Sultan Zaidi, P.N. Singh, and Sheelu Shafiq Siddiqui. 60
• “Impact of Long Vs Short Duration Diabetes on Sensory Nerve Conduction Velocity in Type 2 DM” (Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2018).
• “Association of Cardiac Autonomic Neuropathy and Peripheral Neuropathy in Type 2 Diabetes” (International Journal of Scientific Research, 2018).
• “Comparative Study of HRV Between Smokers and Gutka Chewers” (International Archives of Biomedical & Clinical Research).

She has over 60 international citations and has presented papers and posters at prestigious conferences. Dr. Gupta has authored and co-authored numerous national and international publications in reputed journals, including the Indian Journal of Physiology & Pharmacology and the Asian Journal of Ophthalmology. 45 38

Her research also extends to studies on depressive and autonomic disorders, oxidative stress in brain disorders, nerve conduction velocity (NCV), evoked potentials, biochemical parameters, and cardiorespiratory functions in sports persons. 38

Personal and Professional Travels

Dr. Gupta has traveled extensively for professional purposes, visiting countries such as the USA, UK, Canada, France, Italy, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Middle East. 45

Contact Information

• Address: A-5, Medical Colony, AMU, Aligarh-202002, Uttar Pradesh, India; or 277, Sector-37, NOIDA, Uttar Pradesh.
• Mobile: +91-9456241574
• Email: drmeenakshi3190@gmail.com
• Below is a comprehensive list of Dr. Meenakshi Gupta’s (née Sharma) known publications, compiled from her official faculty profile at Aligarh Muslim University, academic journals, and related databases. Note that while she is reported to have numerous national and international publications with over 60 citations, not all may be publicly listed or easily accessible online. The list below includes all unique ones I could verify, with full citations where available. They are organized chronologically where years are known, and include co-authors, journal details, and DOIs or links if applicable.
  Pre-2010 Publications
  Long Standing Hypertension Causes Renal Dysfunction: Role of Oxidative Stress. Meenakshi Gupta, S.A.A. Rizvi, Sangeeta Singhal, P.N. Singh. Indian Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology (Supplement). 2002. 63 (This appears to be a conference abstract or supplement entry from the Department of Physiology, JN Medical College, AMU.)
  2011 Publications
  An Electro-Physiological Device to Assess Status of Vitreous Transparency. Gupta Meenakshi, Gupta Y, Singh P.N. Nepal Journal of Ophthalmology. 2011;3(5):45-48. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/nepjoph.v3i1.4278. 41 (Affiliation: Department of Physiology, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University.)
  2013 Publications
  Long Term Effects of Anti-VEGF Agents: Patho-Physiological Perspectives. Gupta M, Gupta Y, Phougat A. Nepal Journal of Ophthalmology. 2013;5(9):100-105. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/nepjoph.v5i1.7834. 43 (Affiliation: Department of Physiology, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University.)
  2014 Publications
  Cross Sectional Study to Evaluate the Effect of Duration of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus on the Nerve Conduction Velocity in Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy. P.N. Singh, Meenakshi Gupta, Abeer Masood. Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Reviews. 2014 Jan-Mar;8(1):37-41. DOI: 10.1016/j.dsx.2014.02.003. 65 (Affiliation: Department of Physiology, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University.)
  2018 Publications
  Effect of Duration of Diabetes on Heart Rate Variability in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Amina Sultan Zaidi, P.N. Singh, Meenakshi Gupta, Sheelu Shafiq Siddiqui. International Journal of Current Research and Review. 2018;10(13):1-4. DOI: 10.31782/IJCRR.2018.10131. 59 (Affiliation: Department of Physiology, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University.)
  Impact of Long versus Short Duration Diabetes on Sensory Nerve Conduction Velocity in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Amina Sultan Zaidi, P.N. Singh, Meenakshi Gupta, Sheelu Shafiq Siddiqui, Abeer Masood. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 2018 Aug;12(8):CC17-CC20. DOI: 10.7860/JCDR/2018/36963.11930. 58 (Affiliation: Department of Physiology, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University.)
  Association of Cardiac Autonomic Neuropathy and Peripheral Neuropathy in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Meenakshi Gupta, Amina Sultan Zaidi. International Journal of Scientific Research. 2018;7(11):49-52. DOI: Not available. 42 (Affiliation: Department of Physiology, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University.)
  Undated or Partially Dated Publications (Likely 2010s Based on Context)
  Comparative Study of HRV Between Smokers and Gutka Chewers. Meenakshi Gupta (and co-authors not fully specified in sources). International Archives of Biomedical & Clinical Research. Year not specified (likely around 2018 based on thematic similarity to other works). 55 (Affiliation: Department of Physiology, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University.)
  Design and Use of an Electro-Physiological Device to Assess Vitreous Transparency. Meenakshi Gupta, Yogesh Gupta. American Journal of Ophthalmology (likely a conference abstract or free paper/poster presentation). 2004 (inferred from URL metadata). 35 (Affiliation: Department of Physiology and Ophthalmology, JN Medical College, AMU.)
  2022 Publications
  Effect of Duration of Diabetes on Sural Nerve Conduction Parameters in Subjects with Type-II Diabetes Mellitus – A Cross Sectional Comparative Study. P.N. Singh, Meenakshi Gupta, Abeer Masood. Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. 2022;16(8):CC01-CC04. DOI: 10.7860/JCDR/2022/56631.16727. 62 (Affiliation: Department of Physiology, JN Medical College, Aligarh Muslim University.)
  If additional publications exist (e.g., under her maiden name “Meenakshi Sharma” or in less accessible journals), they may require access to private databases or direct contact with Dr. Gupta. Her research primarily focuses on diabetes-related neuropathies, heart rate variability, special senses physiology, and oxidative stress.

Dr. Meenakshi Gupta continues to be an influential figure in physiology education and research, contributing significantly to the academic community at AMU and beyond.